Nuclear Engineer, Lead

Company: Booz Allen Hamilton
Location: Reston
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Nuclear Engineer, Lead Key Role: Provide nuclear weapons effects subject matter expertise to client research and development (R&D) modeling and simulation (M&S) programs. Apply nuclear weapons effects knowledge to support nuclear technology effects, detection, and forensic research programs. Support various multi-functional teams conducting hard target deconstruction, preparing technical collection concepts, developing R&D requirements, and preparing technical research reports. Apply advanced theories, principles, and concepts, and contribute to the development of new principles and concepts. Lead development of solutions to highly complex problems. Work with a wide latitude for unreviewed action or decision. Provide supervision and development of first-level supervisors or managers. Basic Qualifications: 8 years of experience with systems engineering approaches to nuclear weapons effects or use of physics-based nuclear weapons effects models Experience with reverse engineering and facility and vulnerability assessments of foreign nuclear capabilities Knowledge of nuclear science, nuclear fuel cycle, and nuclear and radiation effects, such as EMP or HANE Knowledge of nuclear engineering and sub-disciplines of thermo-hydraulics, seismic or earthquake, physics, computational science, or fission reactor engineering Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam Bachelor's degree in a Nuclear Engineering or Physics field Additional Qualifications: Experience leading military operations or research and development projects for the DoD, IC, or other security agencies Experience with nuclear weapons effects modeling and simulation tools Knowledge of systems engineering, data science, artificial intelligence, and machine learning TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph Master's degree in Nuclear Engineering or Applied Physics Certified Nuclear Professional Certification Professional Engineer Certification Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required. Compensation At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $112,800.00 to $257,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date. Identity Statement As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. Candidate AI Usage Policy AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided . Work Model Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings. Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility. Hybrid : If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility. Onsite : If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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